Online Safety

CHILDLINE ONLINE BULLYINGthis external link will open in a new window - Having a mobile phone and going online is great for lots of reasons, but it's important to be aware of the dangers too.  Learn how to stay safe online.

CHILDLINE SOCIAL NETWORKSthis external link will open in a new window - Cyberbullying (online bullying) on social networks can happen to anyone at anytime.  Social networks should be a place where you can connect with friends and share stuff.  It can be really hard if you're being bullied online but we're here to help.

CHILDLINE SOCIAL MEDIA (Facebook, YouTube and Instagram)this external link will open in a new window

CEOP THINKUKNOW - Find the latest information on the sites you like to visit, mobiles and new technology. Find out what’s good, what’s not and what you can do about it.

INTERNET MATTERS - Find information and safety settings for your child's devices and apps, along with guidance to tackle online issues they may face.

SEXTINGthis external link will open in a new window - Sending a sexual text, image or video can be dangerous if shred with the wrong person.  Once you send a message, you're not in control of what happens to it.  Here's some advice about sexting.

ZIPIT APPthis external link will open in a new window - Zipit is a free app for you which is designed to provide you with witty images to send in response to a request for explicit images, and advice on how to stay safe - for Android, Apple and BlackBerry smartphones (and iPod touch).

KEEP YOUR PHOTOS PRIVATE ON INSTAGRAMthis external link will open in a new window

INDECENT IMAGES OF CHILDREN GUIDANCE FOR YOUNG PEOPLEthis external link will open in a new window - The Home Office has published guidance to help young people understand the law on making or sharing indecent images of children.  The guidance includes: definitions of some of the terms used in legislation; examples of situations covered by the law; three short films highlighting the harm that viewing indecent images of children can cause. 

KIDSMART - BE SMART ONLINE

OWN ITthis external link will open in a new window - the BBC has launched 'Own It' - a website for 9 to 12 year olds to keep them maximise opportunities in the digital world as well as helping to develop the confidence and resilience to tackle the everyday challenges they face online.  The site includes quick links to charities and organisations including Childline to provide urgent support should children need it.

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